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Challenging the Gifted Child

by Margaret Stevens

Book Details

Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published:2008-10-15
Pages:193
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

This book outlines an approach for encouraging able children to focus their active minds in a productive way and discover the joy of reading. It encourages the development of independent learning skills and will help parents and educators to create a personalized reading programme for a gifted child at home or small groups of children in school.

Our Review

This insightful guide offers parents and educators a thoughtful framework for nurturing gifted children's natural curiosity through personalized reading programs. Margaret Stevens provides practical strategies to channel active young minds toward productive literary engagement, transforming restless energy into focused learning. The book emphasizes creating structured yet flexible approaches that honor each child's unique abilities while building essential independent learning skills. Parents will find concrete methods for developing home-based reading plans that challenge without overwhelming.

What distinguishes this resource is its dual focus on intellectual stimulation and emotional support, recognizing that gifted children need both academic challenge and joyful discovery. Stevens helps adults move beyond simply providing advanced materials to creating meaningful reading experiences that foster genuine engagement. Educators working with small groups will particularly appreciate the adaptable techniques for differentiated instruction. The result is a comprehensive approach that empowers gifted children to develop lifelong reading habits while building confidence in their own learning abilities.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education